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Attorney Civil Rights

Lansing, MI · On-site

$73K - $82K/yr

Disability Rights Michigan (DRM) has an immediate opening for a full-time (37.5 hours) attorney ... Design and lead trainings on request. * Assist with reporting and similar agency obligations as ...

Haslett Pointe Senior Living

Medication Assistant

Haslett, MI · On-site

$15.50 - $20/hr

... disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Minors must be at ... Upholds Residents' Rights at all times * Supports and upholds all company policies and care ...

Sinceri Senior Living

Medication Assistant

Haslett, MI · On-site

$15.50 - $20/hr

... disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Minors must be at ... Upholds Residents' Rights at all times * Supports and upholds all company policies and care ...

Haslett Pointe Senior Living

Medication Assistant

Haslett, MI · On-site

$15.50 - $20/hr

... disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Minors must be at ... Upholds Residents' Rights at all times * Supports and upholds all company policies and care ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant disability rights in East Lansing, MI is $15.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.65 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Disability Rights vs Disability Rights Advocate?

AspectAssistant Disability RightsDisability Rights Advocate
CredentialsTypically requires a high school diploma or associate degree; some roles may need certifications in disability services or advocacyOften requires a bachelor's degree or higher in social work, law, or related fields; certifications in advocacy or legal knowledge are common
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, community centers, or client homes; direct interaction with individuals with disabilitiesCommunity organizations, legal settings, or policy environments; focus on advocacy and policy change
Employer & IndustryNonprofits, government agencies, healthcare providersLegal organizations, advocacy groups, government agencies

Assistant Disability Rights roles focus on providing direct support and assistance to individuals with disabilities, often requiring less formal education. Disability Rights Advocates work on policy, legal, and systemic change, usually with higher educational requirements. Both roles are vital in promoting disability rights but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Disability Rights job openings in East Lansing, MI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $32,908 per year, or $15.8 per hour.

Attorney Civil Rights

Disability Rights Michigan

Lansing, MI • On-site

$73K - $82K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

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Job description

Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility

Office is located in Lansing, but position is hybrid with flexibility.


Disability Rights Michigan (DRM) has an immediate opening for a full-time (37.5 hours) attorney.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

·         Providing legal representation and consultation to persons with disabilities.

·         Providing support to agency staff and technical assistance to outside individuals and groups.


Job Summary

Provides direct representation to individuals with disabilities in courts (state and federal) and administrative proceedings. Representation includes, but is not limited to, complex Medicaid litigation (including class actions), vocational rehabilitation service administrative proceedings and appeals, and actions filed on DRM’s own behalf related to federal access authority under DRM’s enabling statutes.


A secondary component of the job involves providing support to agency staff and technical assistance to outside individuals and groups.


Highlights of Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Represents clients and classes of clients who are eligible for DRM services as set forth above.
  • Assist in developing impact litigation and advocacy strategies, as well as internal litigation and advocacy priorities.
  • Collaborate with DRM staff and outside counsel in carrying out ## 1 and 2.
  • Comply with all applicable professional requirements and internal policies, including DRM case management requirements.
  • Provide support to DRM staff and outside individuals and organizations on issues relating to DRM's work.
  • Design and lead trainings on request.
  • Assist with reporting and similar agency obligations as needed.
  • Represent the perspective of DRM and people with disabilities on task forces, policy groups, coalitions and similar bodies.
  • Regularly attend team and agency-wide staff meetings in office, virtually, or off-site as required.
  • Other job-related duties as assigned.


Job Qualifications

Candidate must possess a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited school of law and be admitted to practice law in Michigan. Minimum five years’ relevant litigation experience, ideally including complex litigation, 1983 litigation, Medicaid litigation, and/or ADA litigation. Administrative hearing experience is highly desired. Must demonstrate effective written and oral communication and problem-solving skills.


Salary Range
Minimum experience: $73,000-$82,000 (Staff Attorney)
Significant experience: $85,000-$105,000 (Senior Attorney)

Attorneys with significant legal experience or extensive disability law experience may be hired above the ranges.


Interested candidates MUST submit a resume, cover letter and writing sample.

Company Description

The mission of Disability Rights Michigan (DRM) is to advocate and protect the legal rights of people with disabilities.

Visit www.drmich.org for further information